Category Archives: International

Economic Survival 101: Liquidity & Long-Term Strategy

by Daniel Brouse April 5, 2025 Capital Preservation is Now Survival Rule #1 Capital preservation has always been important — but in today’s economic environment, it has become absolutely critical. On April 4, the phrase dominating Wall Street was “The Wealth Effect.” Normally, the stock market and the real economy are loosely connected — the […]

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Tariff Theater: Trump’s Economic War on the World — Including Penguins

by Daniel Brouse April 5, 2025 The tariffs announced on what Trump dubbed “Liberation Day” featured a chart titled Tariffs Charged to the U.S.A., purporting to show the crushing rates foreign countries supposedly impose on American goods. But these numbers were completely fabricated — not grounded in trade data or economic principles. Instead, Trump’s team […]

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Market Chaos: VIX Surges 39.56% Amid Escalating Trade War Fears

by Daniel Brouse April 3, 2025 The VIX (Volatility Index), often called the “fear gauge,” measures market expectations of volatility over the next 30 days. A 39.56% spike in the VIX is highly significant and suggests extreme uncertainty and fear among investors. Key Implications of Today’s VIX Surge: Panic Selling & Market Turmoil – A […]

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Trade War!

by Daniel Brouse April 3, 2025 On April 2, President Trump unilaterally declared a trade war against the rest of the world, imposing protectionist tariffs on 180 countries — calling it “Liberation Day.” This action was taken without congressional approval and in direct violation of the Constitution. A coalition of world leaders from diverse countries […]

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Fighting a Mean Bear Market in a Trade War

by Daniel Brouse April 3, 2025 Today, one of the stock market indices officially entered into bear market territory. A bear market is typically defined as a decline of 20% or more from recent highs in a broad market index, such as the Russell 2,000 Small-cap stocks. This downturn signals a shift in investor sentiment, […]

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How Tariffs on Guitars and Pianos Could Impact the Next Generation of Musicians

by Daniel Brouse April 3, 2025 An economist just referenced Little Richard to illustrate how tariffs might impact young musicians. Little Richard, known for his energetic vocals and piano playing, also had a band called “The Upsetters,” and while he wasn’t primarily a guitarist, he had notable guitarists in his band, including Jimi Hendrix. Due […]

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Liberation (From Your Money) Day: Largest Tax Increase in History

April 2, 2025 On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a series of new tariffs under the “Liberation Day” initiative, targeting multiple countries and sectors. The key measures include:​ Universal Tariff: A minimum 10% tariff on all U.S. imports. ​ Country-Specific Tariff Examples: China: 34% tariff on imports. Although challenging to calculate precisely, this appears […]

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Underestimation of Climate Sensitivity and Feedback Processes

by Daniel Brouse April 2, 2025 In the 1990s, we first hypothesized the non-linear acceleration of climate change. By the early 2000s, this hypothesis had evolved into established climate theory, now widely recognized as scientific fact. My lab partner, a Doctor of Physics from Ohio State, and I collaborated to provide key evidence supporting this […]

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Financial Ethics and Legal Controversies: Trump, Musk, and Conflicts of Interest

Financial Disclosure and Conflict of Interest Regulations for U.S. Presidents and Officials When a U.S. president takes office, they—as well as their cabinet members, high-ranking officials, and anyone with substantial influence in the administration—are generally required to disclose all financial activities. This process is designed to ensure transparency, prevent conflicts of interest, and uphold ethical […]

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The Impending Economic Impact of April 2 Tariff Announcement: A Global Crisis in the Making

by Daniel Brouse April 1, 2025 The Washington Post has reported that sources indicate the April 2 tariff announcement is set to impose an across-the-board 20% tariff on a broad range of imports. Such a drastic move would have far-reaching implications for the global economy, potentially triggering the most significant worldwide economic downturn since the […]

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